Therapy Recreation Specialist
Volunteers of America - National Services

Care with Heart. Work with Purpose.

Join The Senior CommUnity Care of Northern Kentucky PACE as a Therapy Recreation Specialist in Florence, KY. This role serves as the center's Activity Director. It's a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we're dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you're ready to grow your career while making a difference, we'd love to connect with you.

Senior CommUnity Care of Northern Kentucky PACE is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years.

Pay Range: $22.84 - $26.06, Dependent on Experience
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm, Occasional evenings and weekends

Why You'll Love It Here

• Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice
• A positive, team-oriented environment where you can rely on one another
• A beautiful, welcoming campus you'll enjoy coming to each day
• Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development
• Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 403(b) with discretionary contribution
• Paid Time Off + Personal Days
• Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)
• Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)
• Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities

About the Job: Coordinate social, recreational, purposeful and spiritual activities to participants , whose needs include psychological, physical and cognitive challenges. Under the supervision of the Center Manager, and as a member of the Senior CommUnity Care Program assesses the needs, interests and capabilities of participants and develops individualized therapeutic recreation plans. In addition, plans, organizes, directs and participates in a comprehensive therapeutic recreation program tailored to the general and individualized needs and limitations of frail elderly program participants. Provides leadership and support to Recreation Assistant

What You Bring (Requirements)

• Degree in Therapeutic Recreation of similar field preferred. Three years' experience providing therapeutic programming to frail elders preferred. Will consider equivalent experience in lieu of degree.
• Minimum two (2) years experience in a management position in a health care setting.
• If operating company vehicle you must be twenty-one (21) years of age and meet the MVR organization standards.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Follows the Therapeutic Recreation philosophy of programming to the highest ability level and assisting, through adaptive programming and services, each PACE participant to reach their individual potential.
• Manages and develops supportive social, therapeutic, spiritual, cognitive, physical, and recreational programing in the PACE Day Center that meet the interests, needs and capabilities of participants. Ensures incorporation of care planned interventions into the Day Center programming.
• Advises and supports incorporation of therapeutic recreation interventions into homecare services.
• Functions as an engaged member of the SCCNKY PACE Interdisciplinary Team. Maintains regular attendance at, and participants in, Interdisciplinary Team meetings; communicates participant changes, collaborates on plan of care decisions and coordination for twenty-four (24) hour care delivery.
• Conducts an in-person initial comprehensive recreational assessment. Coordinates with the Interdisciplinary Team to develop a comprehensive plan of care for each participant enrolled in SCCNKY PACE.
• As indicated by the Care Team, conducts in-person re-assessments as needed; reassessments may be required semi-annually, when there is a change of condition/status, or when triggered by the Care Team or IDT.
• Provides skilled one-to-one therapeutic recreation interventions as indicated by any individual plan of care.
• Provides leisure education to participants and caregivers for activity modification, use of adaptive equipment, activity skill development, and recommended supplies for in-home use.
• Partners with Marketing Department to further develop and promote the PACE Day Center and community relationships.
• Maintains participants' medical record and fulfills Senior CommUnity Care charting and reporting requirements. Adheres to all SCCCO documentation policies.
• Provides recreational educational and training to support Activity Assistant, aides and other PACE Center staff members, as appropriate
• Plans and implements activities for dementia-specific population. Oversees daily flow of dementia activities area. Activities may focus on small groups, one-on-one programming and sensory stimulation.
• Responsible for the creation of the monthly newsletter and ensuring distribution to all participants, caregivers and staff. .

About Us

Senior CommUnity Care of Kentucky PACE (Northern) provides healthcare and supportive services for individuals age 55 and older, helping them live safely, comfortably, and independently in their own homes and communities. As a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) provider, our interdisciplinary teams deliver personalized, comprehensive care tailored to each participant's needs. Located in the welcoming community of Florence, PACE is part of the greater Northern Kentucky region. Just minutes from downtown Cincinnati, our location offers access to a vibrant riverfront city with dining, arts, and cultural attractions. We also provide convenient access to the scenic Ohio River corridor, with parks, walking trails, and riverfront views.

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations' shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

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